Behavior Technician - Work with Kids - Training Provided

Centria Autism; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 26,174 - 33,062; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured career path in Behavioral Analysis

Discounts to retail partners via Benefit Hub

Access to Employee Assistance Plan for mental health

Opportunities to make a positive impact

Job summary

A behavioral health company in Portland is seeking passionate Behavior Technicians to work one-on-one with children with autism. The role involves implementing individualized behavior intervention plans under the supervision of a BCBA using evidence-based techniques. Candidates should be patient and able to lift up to 50 pounds. Comprehensive training is provided. The pay range is $19 - $24 per hour.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of age.
• Ability to obtain CPR, First Aid Certification, and Tuberculosis test.
• Pass a pre-employment background check.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with children to implement individualized behavior intervention plans.
• Use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Collaborate with a team to support each child’s goals and progress.

Skills

Patient

Compassionate

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Behavior Technicians. As a Behavior Technician, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children with autism. In this role, you will work one-on-one with children, implementing individualized behavior intervention plans under the guidance of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). You will use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills while reducing interfering behaviors. We provide comprehensive training so that you are equipped and empowered to help each child, even if you don’t currently have experience.

Children can be unpredictable and potentially challenging, so this role requires patience and resilience. Part of the joy of working with kids is staying active; you should be comfortable standing, walking, sitting, grasping, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, squatting, lifting, and at times carrying children or objects that weigh up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

• Work one-on-one with children to implement individualized behavior intervention plans.
• Use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Reduce interfering behaviors under the guidance of a BCBA.
• Collaborate with a team to support each child’s goals and progress.

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• Passionate about helping children with autism.
• Patient, compassionate, and able to work well in a team.
• 18+ years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to obtain a CPR, First Aid Certification and Tuberculosis test (if you haven’t had one in the last year)
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check
• Ability to move in various positions (sit, squat, bend, etc.)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Candidates must obtain a Registered Behavior Technician Certification after completing onboarding

Pay

Pay Range: $19 - $24

Perks of Working at Centria

• Structured career path in the field of Behavioral Analysis
• Discounts to hundreds of retail partners via our Benefit Hub
• Access to Centria’s Employee Assistance Plan with benefits around mental health and counseling
• Unlimited opportunities to make an impact in the life of a special needs child

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, Veteran status, or disability status. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. This pay scale range is the full range of potential wages Centria Autism reasonably expects to pay for employees with this job title and this pay scale range varies dependent on job qualifications, performance, experience, and/or seniority. This range should not be interrupted to mean that Centria Autism currently employs any employees with this job title at the bottom or top of the pay scale range. Centria reserves the right to amend this job description at any time, with or without written notice